Carrot Raisin Nut Muffins

March 19, 2011 by
Leanne VogelNovember 15, 2017

My day off yesterday was awesome!
Sometimes we all just need a day to lay low and recharge.
I didn’t get to take pictures of the cow’s but the farmer said they’d be back out tomorrow so I’ll try again then [they were too far away from the fence!].
One of the activities I was dying to do yesterday was to make a batch of carrot muffins.
I have very fond memories of waking up early on Sundays to bake carrot muffins with my Mom as a kid.
I was in the kitchen helping my Mom from the time I could push a chair up to the counter [I’m sure she helped a bit]. She would measure out the ingredients, I would mix it all together, she would place the muffins in the oven, and I would stand at the oven door and watch through the window.
Baking was so magical.
I guess you could say my love for food started at a very early age and I’m so thankful that it did. The time I spent in the kitchen with my Mom taught me about the importance of homemade meals, family gatherings, love and respect for food, and how to create a warm and loving kitchen.
Unfortunately my Mom wasn’t at my side helping me out yesterday; if she had been I’m sure this recipe wouldn’t have taken me 3 attempts to get it right, but baking these muffins was soothing, rewarding, and peaceful. Just what the doctor ordered.

Spoon dough into prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes [mine took 32 minutes] or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Allow to cool for 5 minutes in the pan before removing and placing on a wire rack to cool for 15 minutes.

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View Nutritional Information (once on page scroll down)Nutrition stats [1 muffin]: calories 310; fat 16g; carbohydrates 39g; dietary fiber 6g; sugars 15g; protein 8g
When I’m asked how my clients are to persuade their kids to eat the new foods they’re bringing into the household, my answer is always the same – bring the kids into the kitchen to cook with you!
The easiest way to get kids [and adults] excited about food is to teach them how to make it!
PS: Smoothies and no bakegoodies are a great place to start. They’re fast, forgiving, and downright delicious every time.
Did you cook with your parents when you were a kid?If you have children now, do you cook with them?

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